The Three Little Swine: A Revisionist History

Did those three little pigs tell the truth? What do the other animals say? This story is intended for children ages 4-8 and has 21 illustrations. More

The official story of “The Three Little Pigs” indicates that incompetent and penniless piglets happened upon hard-working farmers on their way to market; asked them for their loads of straw, lumber, and brick; and—without offering compensation or applying coercion—were graciously given these valuable commodities. The implausibility of this account prompted recent historical research into what actually happened. Despite the intervening centuries, the investigators were able to locate and interview descendants of several other animals who had lived at site of the events and knew the pig family. The research results are reported here for the first time, in language suitable for children ages 4-8, accompanied by 21 illustrations.

Gregg B. Jackson is a retired university professor. He gets his ideas for stories from “anywhere, everywhere, and somewhere else.” Aimed at 4- to 7-year-olds, the stories are mostly about characters who are confronted by intimidating challenges and eventually rely on their brains and personal resolve to triumph. Jackson intends not only to engage and entertain but to provoke thought and encourage character in his young audience. A website at http://www.CoolHeadStories.com offers questions for children’s reflection, comments submitted by readers, and a means of contacting the author.

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Review by:
Dolores A McCabe
on July 06, 2012 :
Very imaginative retelling of the Three Little Pigs. One thing in common: the pigs were pretty stupid in both renditions! I am reminded of Orwell and as an adult I perceived the hidden agenda. I am not sure children will understand the author's intent, and I think they will still prefer the original version.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)